This is how it thrives best

How and when should lemon verbena be poured and fertilized?

The sunnier the location of the lemon verbena, the more often and heavily it needs to be watered. It is best to keep the soil moist and check this with the thumb test. Only the root area should be watered. It is important to avoid moisture on the leaves in order to minimize the risk of fungal diseases.

In addition to regular watering, lemon verbena should be given a dose of fertilizer:

• fertilize in the pot every 2 weeks
• Fertilize every 4 weeks outdoors
• do not use chemical fertilizers
• in the pot: liquid fertilizer, in the bed: compost or manure
• fertilize from April to mid-August

How and when should lemon verbena be cut?

The lemon verbena does not necessarily have to be cut. It is advisable to cut off their tips, especially with young plants. As a result, it grows bushier. In addition, individual stems can be cut off if you want to eat the leaves. In addition, the shoots should be cut down to 75% before wintering.

Can you overwinter the lemon verbena?

The lemon verbena can withstand a minimum of -5 ° C and is therefore not hardy. You can in the pot be overwintered for example in the basement or in the garage. The ambient temperature should be between -4 and 5 ° C.

How can it best be propagated?

You can get your lemon verbena from sinkers, seeds and cuttings multiply. the sowing is considered the most difficult method. Propagation from cuttings has proven itself the most.

That's how it's done:

• Cut off half-woody shoots in summer or autumn
• Cuttings should be between 4 and 5 inches long
• Remove the bottom leaves, cut off the top leaves in half
• put in nutrient-poor soil and keep moist
• plant out in spring

Tips & Tricks

Anyone who chooses the location perfectly will be able to put their feet up in the care. The ideal location for the lemon verbena is full sun and protected and the ideal soil is permeable and rich in nutrients. Even pesticides are usually not required because of these pillars.

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